Applying The Six Sigma Methodology To Enhance Accounting Information Quality And Boost Tax Revenue- An Applied Study

Sami Lateef Jihadi; Nuha Aadi Abd Ali; Ali Mamood Amed

doi:10.61132/nuansa.v2i4.1263

Authors

Sami Lateef Jihadi Universitas Al-Qadisiyah
Nuha Aadi Abd Ali Universitas Al-Qadisiyah
Ali Mamood Amed Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi dan Penelitian Ilmiah

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61132/nuansa.v2i4.1263

Keywords:

Six Sigma, Quality of Accounting Information, Increase Tax Revenues

Abstract

The purpose of the research was to boost tax revenues and enhance the accuracy of accounting information by implementing the SIX SIGMA technique. In order to gather primary data from the study sample, which consisted of (148) personnel in the quality and internal audit departments or the representatives of them in the Iraqi General Tax Authority, a questionnaire with (148) items was created. The study came to several conclusions, chief among them being that Six Sigma standards—which include senior leadership commitment and support, feedback and measurement, continuous improvement, processes and systems, and human resources—have a major influence on enhancing the degree of accounting information quality and collecting tax revenue (internal audit activities management, risk management evaluation, planning and carrying out the audit procedure, and sharing the findings) at a significant level (0.05). The report advised focusing on the Six Sigma idea and showcasing its potential for reducing mistakes, enhancing the caliber of accounting data, and boosting tax revenues.

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